The numbers
Enclosure
30L+ bin, tall, humid, ventilated; nymphs climb - barrier + tight lid
Diet
Veg/fruit + grain/protein dry feed · 2-3x/week
Temperature
26-30C
Humidity
60-80% (higher than most)
Identity
Order / Family
Blattodea
IUCN / CITES
Not evaluated; not CITES
Difficulty
Intermediate
Commonality
Impressive display species; moderately common
Adult size
Body 70-100mm; large wingspan (glides)
Lifespan
1-2 yrs (up to ~20 mo)
Growth rate
Slow-moderate (long nymphal stage)
Activity & niche
Nocturnal detritivore; cave/leaf-litter dweller
Temperament
Docile but fast; harmless
Venom / defense
Harmless - no bite/venom
Price (THB)
indicative ~150-500 (culture)
Enclosure and conditions
Temperature
26-30C
Humidity
60-80% (higher than most)
Min. enclosure
30L+ bin, tall, humid, ventilated; nymphs climb - barrier + tight lid
Substrate
Coco/peat + leaf litter 5-8cm; cork bark hides
Hides / decor / water
Cork bark, leaf litter, egg flats; water crystals
Diet
Staple food
Veg/fruit + grain/protein dry feed
Feeding frequency
2-3x/week
Supplements
Protein for breeding
Behaviour and handling
Handling
Docile; large adults handleable
Communal
Colonial - keep in groups
Defense / stress signs
Fast running, gliding, burrowing
Reproduction
Reproduction
Ovoviviparous (live-bearing); long nymphal development
Common health problems
Common health issues
SignsMould, mites, dehydration if too dry
Red flags / quarantine
SignsNymphs climb + adults glide - secure lid; quarantine; never release
Good to know
- Among the biggest roaches kept; adults can glide short distances on broad wings
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